Kishtwar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kishtwar District has a population of 2.31 Lac (2,30,696) with 1.20 Lac (1,20,165) males and 1.11 Lac (1,10,531) females.The sex ratio in Kishtwar is 920, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kishtwar District is 39.40 k (39,396) which is 17.08% of Kishtwar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kishtwar District is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kishtwar District is listed as part of JAMMU & KASHMIR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kishtwar Population Census 2011
- Kishtwar Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Kishtwar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kishtwar District current estimated population is projected to be 2.57 Lac (2,57,206), indicating a 11.49% increased from Kishtwar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.33 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.25 Lac.
Kishtwar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kishtwar District estimated population is projected to be 2.59 Lac (2,59,019), projecting a 12.28% increased from Kishtwar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.33 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.26 Lac.
Kishtwar Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Kishtwar District, with a total Muslim population of 1.33 Lac (1,33,225), accounting for 57.75% of the Kishtwar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 68.66 k (68,655), and the Muslim female population is around 64.57 k (64,570).
Kishtwar Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Kishtwar District, with a total Hindu population of 93.93 k (93,931), accounting for 40.72% of the Kishtwar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 49.60 k (49,604), and the Hindu female population is around 44.33 k (44,327).
Kishtwar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 1,33,225 | 57.75% |
| Hindu | 93,931 | 40.72% |
| Buddhist | 2,094 | 0.91% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 514 | 0.22% |
| Sikh | 450 | 0.2% |
| Christian | 277 | 0.12% |
| Religion not stated | 202 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 3 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKishtwar Urban Population
The Urban population of Kishtwar District is 14.87 k (14,865), with 8.18 k (8,179) being males and 6.69 k (6,686) being females, making up 6.44% of the Kishtwar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 818 females for every 1000 males.
Kishtwar Rural Population
The Rural population of Kishtwar District is 2.16 Lac (2,15,831), with 1.12 Lac (1,11,986) being males and 1.04 Lac (1,03,845) being females, making up 93.56% of the Kishtwar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 928 females for every 1000 males.
Kishtwar Literacy Rate
Kishtwar District has a literacy rate of 56.2% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kishtwar District is 68.92 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kishtwar District is 42.36 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kishtwar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.07%, while in the rural regions of Kishtwar District, it is around 53.98%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kishtwar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56.2 | 68.92 | 42.36 |
| Urban Area | 86.07 | 92.58 | 78.04 |
| Rural Area | 53.98 | 67.04 | 39.89 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kishtwar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 51.15 | 62.47 | 39.11 |
| Hindu | 62.97 | 77.42 | 46.75 |
| Buddhist | 54.58 | 63.66 | 45.81 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 26.82 | 33.5 | 19.1 |
Kishtwar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kishtwar District is 14.31 k (14,307) with 7.32 k (7,322) males and 6.99 k (6,985) females, which is 6.2% of Kishtwar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Kishtwar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kishtwar District is 38.15 k (38,149) with 19.89 k (19,889) males and 18.26 k (18,260) females, which is 16.54% of Kishtwar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 919 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kishtwar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 |
| Urban Area | 818 |
| Rural Area | 928 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kishtwar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 941 |
| Hindu | 894 |
| Buddhist | 983 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 883 |
Kishtwar Area & Households
The Total Area of Kishtwar District is 1,644 Square KM, with a population density of 140 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kishtwar District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Kishtwar District are 157.The Total Number of households in Kishtwar District are 45.21 k(45,209).
Kishtwar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kishtwar District, there are about 82.97 k (82,974) workers, making up nearly 35.97% of the Kishtwar District total population. Out of these, around 56.78 k (56,779) are male workers, and about 26.20 k (26,195) are female workers.
Kishtwar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kishtwar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 42,124, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 2,30,696 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 31.17% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.06%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Kishtwar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 42,124 to 2,30,696.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 31.17%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 42.12 k | ---- | ---- | 22.08 k | 20.05 k |
| 1911 | 45.53 k | 3.41 k | 8.095147659 | 23.77 k | 21.77 k |
| 1921 | 45.93 k | 395 | 0.867483639 | 24.09 k | 21.84 k |
| 1931 | 52.21 k | 6.28 k | 13.67763287 | 27.47 k | 24.74 k |
| 1941 | 56.07 k | 3.86 k | 7.383501561 | 29.38 k | 26.69 k |
| 1951 | 65.33 k | 9.26 k | 16.52338316 | 34.31 k | 31.02 k |
| 1961 | 74.59 k | 9.26 k | 14.18031532 | 38.99 k | 35.60 k |
| 1971 | 97.84 k | 23.25 k | 31.16738612 | 51.95 k | 45.89 k |
| 1981 | 1.19 Lac | 20.82 k | 21.27694368 | 62.58 k | 56.08 k |
| 1991* | 1.51 Lac | 32.59 k | 27.46142372 | 79.60 k | 71.64 k |
| 2001 | 1.91 Lac | 39.60 k | 26.17969282 | 1.00 Lac | 90.61 k |
| 2011 | 2.31 Lac | 39.85 k | 20.88261031 | 1.20 Lac | 1.11 Lac |
Kishtwar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.57 Lac (2,57,206) | 11.49% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 2.59 Lac (2,59,019) | 12.28% | 0.79 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 2.61 Lac (2,60,795) | 13.05% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 2.63 Lac (2,62,534) | 13.8% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 2.64 Lac (2,64,273) | 14.55% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 2.66 Lac (2,66,011) | 15.31% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 2.68 Lac (2,67,750) | 16.06% | 0.75 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 2.69 Lac (2,69,320) | 16.74% | 0.68 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 2.71 Lac (2,70,760) | 17.37% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 2.72 Lac (2,72,199) | 17.99% | 0.62 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 2.74 Lac (2,73,658) | 18.62% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 2.75 Lac (2,75,097) | 19.25% | 0.63 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 2.77 Lac (2,76,537) | 19.87% | 0.62 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kishtwar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.77 Lac (2,76,537), with a male population of 1.41 Lac (1,41,087) and a female population of 1.36 Lac (1,35,539). This reflects a total growth of 19.87% from Kishtwar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.7%.